JemCon 2023 Schedule

ALL TIMES ARE US EASTERN STANDARD TIME.

Virtual Details are TBD

Thursday, August 24th, 2023

6:00p - Early Birds Dinner

Meet in Hotel Lobby for informal dinner outing

Friday, August 25th, 2023

2:00p - We're Off and Running: Setup

Staff and volunteers are invited to join us as we assemble goodie bags, setup the display room, and setup the registration table

5:30p - Only The Beginning: Registration Opens

Come get your goodie bag and get your ticket to the best convention in town

7:00-11:00p - “Me and My Friends are Jem Girls”: Friday Night Social

Join us for the annual Friday night JemCon mixer. Featuring coloring, Truly Outrageous Trivia with Jacques, a truly outrageous JemCon premiere, a Jem-themed role-playing game courtesy of Nerdy City Games, and much much more….

Saturday, August 26th, 2023

8:00a - Display and Vendor Rooms Open

Fans and collectors can explore the vibrant and glittering world of Jem, immersing themselves in the countless merchandise and displays dedicated to the iconic 80s rockstar. From dolls to fashion accessories, this is the perfect opportunity to indulge in all things Jem.

8:50-9:00a - Come On In The Water’s Fine: Opening Ceremonies
The official start of JemCon is marked by the grand Opening Ceremonies. The energy in the room is contagious, setting the tone for an outrageous weekend.

9:00-9:45a - That's Not The Real Me: Knock Off Fashion Panel

JemCon founder Liz (aka Mother JemCon) explores all of the truly knock off merchandise that made its way on store shelves

10:00-11:00a - She Makes an Impression with Jem toy line box artist Sharon Knettell

Sharon Knettell shares how she brought her truly outrageous vision to life

11:15-12:15p  - Designing Woman with Jem toy line designer Stefanie Eskander

Stefanie Eskander talks about her time on the original Jem toy line (like designing Synergy and the infamous Rama Llama) along with what her vision was if the Jem line had continued.

12:15-1:35p   LUNCH BREAK

1:35–1:45p - Wellness Break with Phaedra

1:45-2:45pm - Universal Appeal with Jem fashion design consultant Dena Quilici and Former VP of Innovation at Hasbro Gina Melone

Dena and Gina chat through their time working at Hasbro when Jem first launched and what's involved with keeping our beloved brands alive in today's modern market

3:00-4:00pm - Straight from the Heart with Jem animated voice actress Samantha Newark

The original speaking voice of Jem herself little Miss Pink Hair talks about her time on Jem and shares an inside scoop into some current projects she's working on

4:15-5:15pm - Putting it all Together with Jem animated series creator Christy Marx (Virtual Guest Panel)

Christy Marx talks about how she brought these truly outrageous characters to life on the small screen

5:15-7:15pm - DINNER BREAK

7:15-11:45pm - Hollywood Jem

A truly outrageous cosplay contest, Jem karaoke, and a disco party with DJ Topher

Sunday, August 27th, 2023

8:00a - Display and Vendor Rooms Open

8:50-9:00a - Take the plunge it feels divine

Opening Ceremonies

9:00-9:45a - Believe / Don’t Believe

How do you convey fantasy? Can you ground outrageousness? Davide and Michael discuss aspects that make the Jem IP unique, and the challenge to keep it plausible, recognizable and innovative in different adaptations.

10:00-11:00a - Jemspiration

How Jem inspires us to be our truly outrageous best self with John/Belle Pepper

11:15-12:15p Gettin' Down to Business with Former Jem Toyline Market Research Director Gisela Voss

Gisela Voss talks about what happened before our favorite rockstar made it on toy shelves

12:15-1:20p - LUNCH BREAK

1:20–1:30p - Wellness Break with Phaedra

1:30-2:30p - "She's Got the Power": Super Guest Panel

Hear from all of our in-person special guests on how they brought Jem to life and where they think Jem goes from here.

2:30-3:45p - Like A Dream: Autograph Session

with all of our in-person Special Guests

3:45-5:15p - Share a little bit of Yourself: Charity Auction benefitting Camp BraveHeart.

5:15-5:45p - Show Me the Way

The Future of JemCon

5:45-6:30p - Shows Over Synergy

Clean up, tear down, informal dinner afterwards